Portage County Ohio WIC

Portage County Ohio WIC Women, Infants and Children (WIC) is a federally funded supplemental food and nutrition education program.

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September is Newborn Screening Awareness Month, and we’re celebrating the simple test that saves thousands of lives ever...
09/02/2026

September is Newborn Screening Awareness Month, and we’re celebrating the simple test that saves thousands of lives every single year.

It’s a heel prick that checks for more than 30 serious but treatable health conditions. This screening gives babies the best chance at a healthy start by catching issues before symptoms even appear.

Learn more about newborn screening here: https://newbornscreening.hrsa.gov/

Getting started with WIC is worth it. To learn more about how WIC can support your family please call our office at 330-297-9422.

Portage County WIC will be closed on Monday, August 31, 2026, for a staff meeting.We will be resume our normal business ...
08/28/2026

Portage County WIC will be closed on Monday, August 31, 2026, for a staff meeting.

We will be resume our normal business hours Tuesday, September 1, 2026 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM.

If you need breastfeeding help, please call the 24-hour breastfeeding hotline at 888-588-3423 or text BFHOTLINE to 839863.

As August comes to an end, squeeze in some final summer fun before your littles head back to school. πŸŽ’ Here are some ide...
08/28/2026

As August comes to an end, squeeze in some final summer fun before your littles head back to school. πŸŽ’ Here are some ideas to finish off your summer bucket list:

πŸ–οΈGet outside! Soak up the sun at your local beach or lake.
πŸ›Try out a new park and pack a picnic with WIC-approved foods!
πŸ¦–Too hot or rainy? Visit a museum!
πŸŽ₯Find a new favorite on family movie night.

𝑳𝒆𝒕 𝒖𝒔 π’Œπ’π’π’˜ π’˜π’‰π’‚π’• π’šπ’π’–π’“ π’‡π’‚π’Žπ’Šπ’π’šβ€™π’” π’‡π’‚π’—π’π’“π’Šπ’•π’† π’”π’–π’Žπ’Žπ’†π’“ π’‚π’„π’•π’Šπ’—π’Šπ’•π’š π’Šπ’”! ⭐⭐

Getting started with WIC is worth it. To learn more about how WIC can support your family please call our office at 330-297-9422.

Join us for a special Instagram Live event on Wednesday, August 26, at 8 pm ET / 5 pm PT as we celebrate ! 🀱You’ll hear...
08/26/2026

Join us for a special Instagram Live event on Wednesday, August 26, at 8 pm ET / 5 pm PT as we celebrate ! 🀱

You’ll hear from WIC breastfeeding experts about how WIC can support your breastfeeding journey at home and on the go with resources like breastfeeding supplies, lactation support, nutritious foods, and health care referrals. πŸ’•

Mark your calendar, get comfy, and chat with us live here on . We’ll see you there! 🫢

Getting started with WIC is worth it. To learn more about how WIC can support your family please call our office at 330-297-9422.

Breastfeeding rates in the Black community remain lower compared to other communities, highlighting the need for increas...
08/25/2026

Breastfeeding rates in the Black community remain lower compared to other communities, highlighting the need for increased awareness, support, and education. πŸ’–

Join us in celebrating the 15th annual Black Breastfeeding Week!

🀱🏿 This year's theme, "We All We Got,” uplifts the importance of breastfeeding while honoring Black families, culture, and community by centering collective power and togetherness.

And WIC is here to help! Hear from two International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) about what they’re doing in their communities to support Black women and families and how WIC can support your breastfeeding journey: https://signupwic.com/news/supporting-black-mothers

Getting started with WIC is worth it. To learn more about how WIC can support your family please call our office at 330-297-9422.

Moving is a part of life for many military families, and your WIC benefits can move with you. You can even set up benefi...
08/22/2026

Moving is a part of life for many military families, and your WIC benefits can move with you. You can even set up benefits before your household goods arrive at your new home! 🏠

Many WIC offices are located on or near military bases, making it easier to get resources like breastfeeding support and nutritious foods. Did you know? πŸ€” Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) and Overseas Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) are not counted when applying for WIC!

WIC is also available overseas through the WIC Overseas Program. Wherever you're stationed, support is within reach. Want to learn more about breastfeeding support for military families? Check out these blog posts from the Global Military Lactation Community: https://globalmilcom.org/blog

Getting started with WIC is worth it. To learn more about how WIC can support your family please call our office at 330-297-9422.

The health benefits of breastfeeding are well-researched for baby and parent! 🀱Data from the USDA show that breastfeedin...
08/20/2026

The health benefits of breastfeeding are well-researched for baby and parent! 🀱

Data from the USDA show that breastfeeding support efforts helped increase the number of WIC families who chose to start breastfeeding to 70% in 2022. While there’s still work to do, let’s celebrate the wins and strive for even stronger breastfeeding support this and beyond! πŸ’–

WIC is here to support your family from the moment you know you’re pregnant, up to your child’s fifth birthday! Read more: https://www.cbpp.org/blog/growing-share-of-infants-participating-in-wic-are-breastfed

Getting started with WIC is worth it. To learn more about how WIC can support your family please call our office at 330-297-9422.

Please join us in welcoming Kerry to PCHD! ❀
08/19/2026

Please join us in welcoming Kerry to PCHD! ❀

Welcome to the PCHD Team, Kerry!

Portage County Health District is excited to welcome Kerry Fairchild, RDN, LD, IBCLC, as our new WIC Supervisor at our Ravenna location!

Kerry brings extensive experience in nutrition, WIC services, breastfeeding support, and program leadership. Throughout her career, she has worked with WIC programs at both the local and state levels, supporting families and helping strengthen nutrition and breastfeeding services across Ohio.

Kerry is also a recipient of the 2023 WIC Pro Award and previously led a WIC breastfeeding team recognized with a USDA Gold Award.

We are excited to have Kerry bring her experience, leadership, and passion for supporting families to Portage County.

Please join us in welcoming Kerry to PCHD!

Whether it’s peer counseling, breastfeeding supplies, or connecting with lactation specialists, WIC is ready to help you...
08/19/2026

Whether it’s peer counseling, breastfeeding supplies, or connecting with lactation specialists, WIC is ready to help you meet your breastfeeding goals! πŸ’•Hear what a WIC participant had to say about her experience with breastfeeding counseling:

β€œHonestly, it was hard for me. So, [my baby] wouldn’t latch, and that was really hard for me because I had no experience breastfeeding. I didn’t know what to do. That’s why I’m so grateful to [breastfeeding counselor] for everything she did for me.” - WIC Participant

At WIC, we are here to support you through every stage of your breastfeeding journey. ❀️

Getting started with WIC is worth it. To learn more about how WIC can support your family please call our office at 330-297-9422.

08/17/2026

Our state WIC system is back up. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

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999 E. Main Street
Ravenna, OH
44266

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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(330) 297-9422

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